Tag: Personal Injury

Victims’ Relatives Seek Damages for 911 Dispatcher Negligence

Everyone makes mistakes at work, but there’s real danger when a 911 dispatcher gets an address wrong. If the dispatcher was willfully negligent, should they be personally liable for the mistake? Two people were murdered in St. Louis this past July when a 911 dispatcher gave police an incorrect address. Police may have been able […]

Written by on October 28, 2014

Armed Robber Dressed in Drag is Arrested

When you think of an armed robbery, you most likely think of a man wearing a mask of some kind, and possibly wearing black clothing. However, not all robbers are created equal. According to a recent article on the St. Louis Post-Dispatch website, a Kirkwood Walgreens was recently robbed by a man dressed in drag. […]

Written by on September 18, 2014

Use Caution When Shopping for Back to School Bargains this Year

It’s that time of year again, when every parent is searching for the best in back to school bargains. While many parents have taken to looking for the best deals online, there are still plenty of you who will be hitting the stores. In doing so, as your St. Louis personal injury attorney, we want […]

Written by on September 16, 2014

Getting a Tattoo Might not be as Safe as You Think

Getting a tattoo might be a rite of passage, but the FDA has issued a warning against various types of ink that are commonly used in tattoo parlors and do-it-yourself tattoo kits. According to an article on the St. Louis Post-Dispatch website, many tattoo kits have been recalled because of bacteria that has been found […]

Written by on September 4, 2014

What Steps Should You Take When Filing a Workers Comp Claim?

When you’re injured while you’re working, not only are you usually in a great amount of pain, but the stress of wondering what will happen can be a very heavy burden to bear. It’s common for many people to become confused and too many people put off taking action when they need to. As your St. […]

Written by on August 26, 2014

Should Local First Responders be Vaccinated Against Anthrax?

It’s no secret that the world has been in a constant state of turmoil ever since the attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001. Threats of a biohazard attack using anthrax have occurred more than once. As you can imagine, emergency responders are among the first people to encounter possible exposures to anthrax. […]

Written by on August 14, 2014

St. Louis Brawl Results in Multiple Arrests

Whenever a fight or a brawl breaks out in St. Louis the results can be devastating. It’s common for bystanders to be seriously injured, or even killed if they are nearby when these incidents occur. A recent St. Louis brawl broke out in Poelker Park, which is near City Hall, according to an article on […]

Written by on August 12, 2014

Travel Safety Warning: Accidents Can Happen Anywhere…Even Disney World

According to an article on the KSDK.com website, one man is missing the tips of two of his fingers after taking a ride on the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Walt Disney World in Florida. Officials are still unclear about how the incident took place. The ride was stopped when it happened, and it […]

Written by on July 24, 2014

A Word from Your St. Louis Attorney: Stay Safe on the Water this Summer

It’s a common misconception that you don’t have much to worry about when it comes to enjoying some time on a boat during the summer months. However, according to an article that was recently posted on the St. Louis Post-Dispatch website, water fatalities increased this year from those that occurred last year. As your St. […]

Written by on July 22, 2014

Stray Bullet Hits Woman in the Cheek on the 4th of July

Imagine sitting around enjoying a nice 4th of July barbeque with your family. Your children are there, your grandchildren are there. It’s a wonderful occasion, full of celebration. Suddenly, you’re struck by an object and it feels as though someone has hit you in the face with a bat. A trip to the local ER reveals […]

Written by on July 17, 2014